John Michael Luparell, 88, of Springfield, passed away on August 20, 2023 at St. John’s Hospital. He was born on September 24, 1934 in Springfield to Tony Luparell and Anna DiGiovanna Luparell. John married Joanne E. McCann on September 1, 1956 in Springfield and she preceded him in death on August 29, 2016.
Mr. Luparell is survived by four children: John (Kim) Luparell of Springfield, David Luparell of Eaton, CO. Daniel (Pam) Luparell of Lincoln and Sarah (Todd) Leander of Morton, eight grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren and one sister Mary Ann Carraro.
John started working at Sangamo Electric when he was 16. He also worked as an ironworker, hot roofer and he was a licensed insurance salesman. John and Joann purchased, fixed up and sold many homes and owned several rental properties. They celebrated sixty two years of marriage. He took care of her for twelve years through her illness and spent every day with her from 7:30am until 8:00pm.
A private graveside service was held at Calvary Cemetery in Springfield. The family has requested that friends do not send flowers and donations can be given to the donor’s choice.
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